2009 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | Albea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |